The Buzz About Apple Cider Vinegar
I have countless people ask on a regular basis if Apple Cider Vinegar will really work for weight loss and if it is as good for you as “everyone” says. I am probably one of the most reluctant to claim something has weight loss benefits as I respect immensely the individual nuances within each person’s body and life that can be contributing to weight management concerns. That being said, here are the benefits I have been able to find research for:
- Lowers blood sugar levels
- Decreases insulin levels
- May relieve acid reflux
- May suppress appetite
- Assists in cholesterol management
- Boosts metabolism
- Improves skin health
- Great for jellyfish stings when applied shortly after sting
- Reduces blood pressure
- Supportive in anti-candida protocol
- Good diluted in sink as a produce wash as it can be effective in breaking down chemical contaminants
- Wonderful for dandruff and scalp issues when used as a hair rinse. Combine ¼ c. acv with 2 c. water and pour over hair.
Diving in to the research, acetic acid appears to be the magic ingredient. After review, it’s definitely worth adding ACV in to your daily health & beauty routine. There are tremendous health benefits, it’s readily available, affordable to everyone and simple to include.
When to have it: One to two times per day, or about 20 minutes before a meal. Taking too much at one time may cause nausea.
How much to have: One to two tablespoons per day, in divided doses and diluted in water. Taking it straight like a shot may cause irritation.
People who may be more sensitive: Those with ulcers or who do have high stomach acid. Bear in mind, more often than not, acid reflux is a symptom of low stomach acid rather than high.
What kind to buy: Look for raw and organic. This is typically sold at health food stores and is easily accessible. It is also available online. You will hear people refer to using the one that contains “the mother”. This is simply some of the original ferment of the vinegar, it will make the vinegar look a bit more cloudy than one that is not raw. The ACV that is not raw, does not work the same.
Resources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1785201/
http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1271/bbb.90231#.Vh1Dhd9VhBd
https://academic.oup.com/nutritionreviews/article-abstract/72/10/651/1935511?redirectedFrom=fulltext